Horse Racing Trips

December 05, 2018

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Take a Cruise America RV on your next horse racing trip. Whether you're new to the races or you're a Kentucky Derby veteran, there's nothing quite like the thrill of a horse racing trip. From the crowded stands to the sleek steeds, the races provide endless excitement.

But if you're not careful, it's easy to turn your trip to Churchill Downs into a nightmare. With more than 150,000 fans packing into Louisville, Kentucky, finding a place to stay and traveling around town can be a hassle. If you're planning a trip to the Kentucky Derby - held during the first weekend of May each year - consider a Cruise America RV rental for your vacation.

At Cruise America, you'll find plenty of hot rental deals to help you plan your horse racing travel package. With an RV rental, you can stay in any of Louisville's beautiful RV parks or campgrounds, and enjoy a laid-back Southern vacation.

Choose from compact, standard, or large RVs with some having room to sleep up to seven people. You can pick up your RV at one Cruise America's nationwide rental locations near your home, and make your horse racing trip a road trip, too!If you've never been to the Kentucky Derby, consult this short glossary before your first horse racing trip.

Mint Julep - The official drink of the Kentucky Derby, a mint julep is a traditional Southern concoction. Made from simple syrup, fresh mint and bourbon, it's a sweet and refreshing cocktail for the races.

"My Old Kentucky Home" - A Stephen Foster ballad traditionally played by the University of Louisville Marching Band as the horses make their way to the starting gate.

Silks - The different colors worn by jockeys to distinguish each horse during a race.

Run for the Roses - A nickname for the Kentucky Derby, the name is a reference to the garland of 554 roses the winner receives.

Triple Crown - The collective name of the three major American horse racing events, the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes.

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A traditional motorhome with the self-contained features you expect, units in the USA even include a power generator. This economical family unit is a traditional favorite for those who want the walk-through convenience of a motorhome.

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Our compact unit is a fully self-contained RV. The floorplan features a unique rear kitchen design with all the amenities of a larger unit. The compact RV is the ideal unit for two adults of any age and a dinette folding to an extra bed allows for a child. With 6.5 foot/2 meter ceilings and walk through convenience even tall campers can enjoy the compact RV.

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The Truck Camper is attached to an F-150 truck making it easy to drive and maneuver for first time renters. The truck camper has plenty of power to master even the steepest terrain. Whatever your plans, the truck camper offers comfort and accessibility.